Anthony Carranza

The thin, flat, round breakfast cake is known practically everywhere. In the United States, pancakes, also referred to as hotcakes, griddlecakes or flapjacks, are one of the most beloved starts to the day. You betcha there are varieties throughout the land of 10,000 lakes, but here’s a rundown of the absolute must-haves.

National Chocolate Cake Day is an established tradition that occurs on January 27. After all of the new year’s resolutions are met, this dessert serves as a perfect excuse to indulge in some of those much-deserved calories. In cold Midwest states like Minnesota, grabbing a hearty slice of cake makes those freezing days all but a distant memory. Bite into your next delectable chocolate dish with a stop at any of these Minnesota locales.

The state of Minnesota enjoys unlimited opportunities for ice skating. There is a respectable balance of places to go for tuning those skating skills and the Land of 10,000 Lakes has everything going for it in the ice department.

To be a Sommelier, you have to be trained and certified. What they do exactly is identify what meals are best with what types of wine and educate wine fanatics on how to get the most out of every sip. This list calls out the best Sommeliers in Minnesota who are full of knowledge about the beloved beverage.

A good majority of Minnesotans born and raised here strap on hockey gear and hit the ice. Being part of a league is just what the doctor ordered as this physical activity chips away the cold days of winter in the blink of eye.

The Boundary Waters is a region that extends from Canada through the United States border lying somewhere between Ontario and Minnesota. Countless paddles have come and gone through these crystal waters. Enjoy a getaway to voyageur country by making a trip yourself.